k-12 District Chef

Taher•Jackson, MI

10d

About The Position

Taher, Inc. is seeking a Chef for a K-12 school lunch program. The Chef leads the team in delivering high-quality food and service, ensuring meals are prepared correctly and on time, and overseeing kitchen operations, food costs, and team development. The role includes catering functions as needed and performing other related tasks assigned by leadership. Taher, Inc. is a family-owned food service management company specializing in K-12 school meals, corporate dining, senior dining, catering, vending, prepared services, and baked goods. Its chefs develop scratch-made recipes inspired by cuisines around the world and use fresh ingredients.

Requirements

Associate degree in culinary arts or at least 3 years of previous experience in a similar position.
Exemplary customer service skills.
Previous purchasing experience and experience controlling food costs.
Ability to manage, train, and motivate a team.
Ability to perform in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Successfully pass a criminal background check.

Nice To Haves

Previous catering experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Ensure USDA regulations are followed.
Ensure meals are correctly prepared within acceptable time limits and meet quality standards.
Manage ordering, receiving, storage, and inventory control of perishable products according to procedures and HACCP standards.
Control waste and manage costs and performance to budget.
Maintain a clean, healthy, and safe kitchen environment.
Establish monthly food and labor cost goals and conduct cost-control analysis.
Follow standardized recipes, write menus, and monitor product and menu costs.
Assist in managing and training team members.
Lead catering functions as needed.
Perform additional related tasks as assigned by leadership.